Movies and shows capture the imagination of audiences all around the world, and visual effects have become an instrumental part of the filmmaking process. Whether you’re watching a fantasy like “The Wizard of Oz” or a drama like “Fight Club”- there’s a fair amount of VFX in just about every piece of film and television. These are (some of) the jobs that turn the impossible into reality. This article is the first in a multi-part series designed to educate and inspire filmmakers interested in VFX jobs or learning more about visual effects in general. ‘To Be A Generalist’ video on YouTube. Source: @ILMVFX on YouTube CG Generalist One of the most common postings you may see on a job board is for a CG (or 3D) Generalist. This person usually needs experience with mainstream 3D software such as Maya, Cinema 4D, 3DS Max, Blender (this one is free), etc. Typically, all that is required is proficiency in these types of programs because your employer will need you to perform any number of different tasks such as lighting, rendering, simple keyframe animation, physics simulations, and even some modeling/texturing of 3D assets. Over the past couple of years, the introduction of ILM’s StageCraft technology, also known as the “LED volume,” has expanded the role to encompass proficiency in navigating Unreal Engine for virtual production. Truly an exciting time to work in the industry! This is one of the most general, entry-level VFX jobs, which is why I listed it first. It’s a...
Published By: CineD - Friday, 13 October, 2023